Well, there goes May. How fast ti,e flies. I always heard it seem to go much faster when you’re old — I know now, it is true.

I have never ever seen weather quite like this. I saw a funny picture in the paper of a church sign, which read, “If you’re still praying for rain, please stop.” My sentiments exactly.

I had an interesting experience this week. Think I told you about this character who lives here, who said she was raised as a Baptist preacher’s daughter, who along with a Jewish friend decided to study the Bible for themselves and decided it could not be factually true.

It ripped our nation apart 150 years ago. In one fashion it was legally abolished with the 13th amendment. Yet vestiges remained; some know they still exist.

There is another form of slavery becoming more prevalent across our world including our state. This involves the kidnapping, drugging and forced prostitution of young people, primarily girls. Movie fans: the movie with Liam Neeson — “Taken”— is eerily realistic.

As my due date draws closer and closer, I have begun what many would call nesting — attempting to organize and clean everything in preparation for the upcoming arrival of the baby. However, with this also comes the joyous task of registering for items one would like as a gift for the baby shower.

Last week was National Child Passenger Safety Seat week, and with an array of activities beginning Sept. 17, many moms and those who are expecting should have taken the time to attend an event to gain a little more knowledge.